O-RINGS
O-RINGS
What is an O-ring?
An O-ring is a round elastic loop that is used as a seal for static and dynamic applications. Their main purpose is to serve as a seal between structures such as pipes, tubes, in pistons, and cylinders. O-rings are made of various materials depending on how they will be used and are highly pliable. When placed between two surfaces, they block the leakage of liquids or gases
Material and Durometer
O-rings are made from various types of elastomers with the more typical ones being PTFE, Nitrile (Buna), Neoprene, EPDM Rubber, Fluorocarbon (Viton), Silicone and more. The hardness of rubber compounds is measured with a durometer; the higher the durometer, the harder the compound.
Use
O rings are used to block a path which may otherwise allow a liquid or a gas to escape. The o ring is placed into a groove to secure them in place, and then compressed between two surfaces. By squeezing the o ring, there is no more clearance for it to move and it blocks the pathway of the liquid or gas you are trying to seal in place.
We Manufature
We have O-rings molds for none static application and Spliced & Vulcanized O-Rings for static application and customs sizes.
